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Everything Connects
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Everything Connects

How to Transform and Lead in the Age of Creativity, Innovation, and Sustainability

Faisal Hoque and Drake Baer
McGraw-Hill, 2014
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Editorial Rating

8

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  • Applicable

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The new generation of executives applies humanism to its work processes. Its humanist outlook embraces both new and ancient methods to drive creativity, innovation, collaboration and long-term value. This fresh mind-set requires staying open to new ideas and avoiding unnecessary stress. Some executives turn to ancient Eastern techniques, including meditation, to gain mindfulness and become more open to new ideas. Entrepreneur Faisal Hoque, writing with Drake Baer, unveils a wide range of mindful behaviors that fuel innovative firms. This esoteric report – while not your normal business read – proves thoughtful, interesting and philosophical. Although the episodic presentation tends to jump a bit from concept to concept, the quality of the ideas will inspire you to persevere. getAbstract recommends this insightful manual to serious business readers who prefer long-term solutions over short-term fixes.

Summary

Disruptive Times

Disruption is the order of the day. Upstart innovative firms offering increased value are knocking established companies off their pedestals. Rigid companies that fail to adapt to new circumstances won’t last. Today’s crucial organizational values are innovation, originality, flexibility and sustainability. These attributes and the employees who share them drive contemporary profits.

To be a wise leader, never forget that you lead human beings, people with “consciousness and memory; favorite colors, foods and smells; first loves and heartbreaks; parents and grandparents; ambitions and fears; known and unknown capabilities.” Treat those you lead with respect and sensitivity. To increase their innovation and creativity, create a “holistic business” based on the idea that all “working lives” are connected – a humanistic, holistic attitude that promotes strong relationships and solid business growth.

With awareness of your employees’ personalities and individuality, identify the context they each need to achieve alignment. Acknowledge their individual “interior complexity” so you can help assure their alignment with your company’s goals and...

About the Authors

Faisal Hoque founded the MiND2MiND Exchange, B2B ForeSight and other companies. Drake Baer, a business writer, covers the intersection of psychology and work for Fast Company.

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